Effects of physical therapy with and without McConnell taping for knee pain

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study investigates the impact of multimodal physical therapy combined with McConnell taping versus multimodal therapy alone on patients suffering from anterior knee pain, commonly associated with patellofemoral pain syndrome. Thirty participants aged 17-35 with unilateral or bilateral knee pain lasting over two months will be randomly assigned to one of two treatment groups. Each participant will undergo 12 treatment sessions over four weeks, with assessments of pain intensity and functional limitations conducted at the start, after eight sessions, and at a four-week follow-up. The study aims to provide insights into the effectiveness of these interventions in improving patient outcomes.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Age 17-35 years, both male and female.
* Unilateral or bilateral pain lasting for more than 2-3 months.
* Diagnosed with patellofemoral pain by orthopedic surgeon through clinical and radiological findings.
* Positive patellofemoral grinding test, negative McCurry test and full knee range of motion.
* Pain grade 3-6 by Visual Analogue Scale (VAS).
* Pain at least in two of these positions: sitting for long time with knee bends, going up and down the stairs, squatting and running, kneeling.

Exclusion Criteria:

* History of ligament sprain, meniscal injury, knee fracture, patellar dislocation and knee osteoarthritis.
* True knee joint locking or giving away and tibial or iliotibial track tendinopathy.

Pregnancy.

* Developmental dysplasia of hip and undergoing any medical treatment.
* Spinal surgery and neurological disorders.

Where it's running

• Usman Srawr
  Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Ahtsam Liaqat — Riphah International University
• Study coordinator: Saba Rafique, MS
• Email: saba.rafique@riphah.edu.pk
• Phone: 03034045433

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.